<a href="http://www.ccca.co.nz/projects/great-barrier-house">Crosson, Clarke and Carnachan</a> are quickly gaining a sterling reputation for delivering striking sustainable homes in ecologically-sensitive areas like the Great Barrier Island in New Zealand. This solar-powered house, which is surrounded by Puriri trees, Blackwoods and other native species, completely opens up to its leafy surroundings, providing ample natural light and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Passive_cooling">cross-ventilation</a> as well as an unparalleled taste of quiet island life.

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

The Great Barrier House is situated on a sensitive site in New Zealand

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

The home is entirely solar powered - up to 9 people have stayed here using all of their electronics

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

The existing vegetation was left undisturbed

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

Much of the house opens out to the leafy surroundings

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

The home was constructed out of sustainably-sourced timber

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

Water conservation played an important role in the design

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

The house is cool in summer and warm in winter thanks to passive design

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

The open plan design facilitates ample natural light and ventilation

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

Exposed roof struts gives the home a rustic look

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

This really is a beautiful and peaceful island home that is nonetheless equipped with all the modern amenities

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Great Barrier House by Crosson Clarke and Carnachan

Crosson, Clarke and Carnachan are quickly gaining a sterling reputation for delivering striking sustainable homes in ecologically-sensitive areas like the Great Barrier Island in New Zealand. This solar-powered house, which is surrounded by Puriri trees, Blackwoods and other native species, completely opens up to its leafy surroundings, providing ample natural light and cross-ventilation as well as an unparalleled taste of quiet island life.